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Operations Accountant, AIT at Canadian… · Calgary
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Job Description
The Opportunity:
At Canadian Natural, we are proud to be a leader in Canada’s energy industry. Join us and help drive innovation and long-term value through integrity, teamwork, and a passion for doing things right.
Make your mark while you grow your career! Are you looking to build a career in the Oil & Gas industry? We have an opportunity for you to join our industry leading Joint Venture Accounting team, where you will apply your analytical problem solving and communication skills while developing your knowledge of oil and gas operations. You will provide prompt, complete, relevant and accurate accounting information on the Canadian Natural’s operated and non-operated properties. Your ability to resolve issues and work toward resolution with multiple stakeholders will contribute to your success in this role.
- Job location: Calgary, Alberta
- Shift schedule: 5 x 2, 8-hour shifts (Monday – Friday)
- Safety sensitive position: No
- Application deadline: May 25, 2026
Key Accountabilities:
- Analyze and record non-operated joint interest billings (JIB), ensuring accuracy and completeness of revenue, royalties, capital, and operating costs within the terms of the governing agreements
- Investigate and resolve queries/disputes on operated JIBs to collect receivables in a timely manner
- Monitoring payment terms and payment patterns (KPIs)
- Providing analysis and commentary for monthly management reports including communicating receivable collection action plans
- Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with Joint Venture partners and other departments to achieve departmental and company goals and objectives
What You Bring to the Role:
- Diploma in Accounting or bachelor’s degree
- Excellent attention to detail and strong problem-solving and organizational skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Strong demonstrated Excel skills
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary, stock options, company matched stock savings plan, annual bonuses
- May be eligible for relocation pursuant to Canadian Natural’s Relocation Policy
- 100% Employer paid extended Health, Dental and Vision Benefits
- Health & Wellness Spending Account
- Multiple volunteer opportunities within the community
- Employee & Family Assistance Program
- Access to online learning platforms for continuous learning and development
- Paid vacation and time off during Christmas week and summer Fridays
Check out our COMPENSATION & BENEFITS to learn more about what we have to offer!
Company
Many of our students are successfully hired for permanent positions upon graduation. Our structured New Graduate Developmental Programs exemplifies our mandate to develop and advance our people. We are proud to share that Canadian Natural has been ranked as a Top Employer for 2023, 2024 and 2025 by Canada's Future Workforce and also one of Forbes' Canada's Best Employers in 2025 and 2026. We invest in your career through offering a culture that focuses on developing people, working together and doing it right, with fun and integrity.
Industry Leader: We commenced business in 1989 with a handful of employees and modest production, but today we employ more than 10,000 people and produce over 1 million BOE/d.
Community Investment: Social responsibility is a critical element of our commitment to responsible operations and part of our success and pride as a Company. We are committed to investing in the communities where we live and work, creating shared value along the way.
Compensation and Benefits: We strive to share Company success with all employees through a comprehensive total compensation package.
Our People, Our Stories: Our stories demonstrate the strong culture that exists at Canadian Natural – one that focuses on developing people, working together and doing it right, with fun and integrity.
Check out some of our Employee Testimonials!
All candidates applying to Canadian Natural must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.
While we appreciate all applications we receive, kindly note only candidates under consideration will be contacted.